RIP Oommen Chandy: A peek into his illustrious political career

Oommen Chandy is a politician who has had a long and influential career in Kerala. With a decorated career spanning several decades, he made significant contributions to the development and welfare of the state. Chandy's commitment to public service and focus on infrastructure and social welfare programmes have earned him a prominent place in the state's political landscape. Here we take a look at Oommen Chandy's illustrious political career:

Ommen Chandy's political journey began as an activist of the Kerala Students Union (KSU), the student wing of the Congress party in the 1960s. Credit: Twitter/@yadavakhilesh

He was one of the members who served Kerala Legislative Assembly for the longest period. Chandy represented Puthuppally constituency a dozen times since 1970. Credit: Twitter/@Supriya23bh

Oommen Chandy served as a minister in the Government of Kerala on four different occasions. Credit: PTI Photo

Chandy was the labour minister from 1977 to 1978 and home minister from 1981 to 1982. Credit: Twitter/@nabilajamal_

He served as the minister for finance from 1991 to 1994. Credit: Twitter/@GauravPandhi

Chandy was one of the leaders who served as the chief minister of a state multiple times. His first term was from 2004 to 2006, and his second term was from 2011 to 2016. Credit: PTI Photo

During his tenure as Chief Minister, Chandy implemented several key initiatives and reforms in Kerala. Credit: Twitter/@INCIndia